Christine Ormond Obituary

Christine passed away peacefully on September 17, 2010 at home in Sonoma from cancer. Born April 25, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois. She moved to Sonoma County in 1982. Preceded in death by her brother and father. Devoted mother of Ryan Ormond of Atlanta, GA. and Sarah Ormond of Sonoma, CA. Christine was always optimistic, upbeat and graceful as she was giving to others. She will be remembered dearly. Memorial Service on October 2, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Sonoma United Methodist Church, 109 Patten Street, in Sonoma.

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Published by Press Democrat from Sep. 30 to Oct. 1, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Christine Ormond

14 Entries

Ruth Carnero

September 24, 2022

I miss you so much my dear sister Christine. You always had a great smile,energy, and filled with life and laughter. Your encouragement and guidance will never be forgotten.

Lacey Ridd

October 3, 2010

Sarah and Ryan I am so sorry. My heart goes out to you.
Christine sounds like a courageous woman and loving mother. I loved reading about her and the beautiful comments of those who knew her.

I love the words of the angel to the weeping Mary Magdalene when she came to the tomb where Christ was laid, the angel said to her, "Why seek ye the living among the dead? He is not here, but is risen." What comfort that because of Christ we will all live again. We will see and be with our loved ones again. I know that to be true. This has brought me great comfort through tragedy.

I am thinking of you Sarah and praying for your family at this tender time.

Sister Cindi

October 2, 2010

Your positive outlook, your beauty from within, your caring sence for people, I could always count on you sis, whenever I needed a friend to talk to, or a sister to chat with, not matter what was going on in my life, you were there to give your guidance, your wisdom. I'm sorry, I fell short of being the sister that you so deserved, we as people on this earth get so "caught up" in our daily living...I look for you now my dear sister..in the wind, in the beautiful rays of the sunshine, in the smile on a strangers face, you are....and always will....be here with me...I love you always....

Stephanie A. Marcott

October 2, 2010

To my Aunt Christine,

I met you in 2008 after my father and I had reconnected. This was such a special moment for me. You showed me love and acceptance, a kind of unconditional familiar love that I have only ever known once before from my grandmother who helped raise me. To learn I had an extended family, one that included such a wonderful person as you was emotional for me. Thank you for that moment, I will always remember you now.

Love - Stephanie A. Marcott

Nancy Marcott

October 1, 2010

To my sister,

Where are you my dear sistet,
not that you have gone away
Are you in the clouds that float across the sky?
The wind that passes by,
are you by my side as I go on
Where are you now that you have gone?

You will always be saved between the the pages of my life,
The sunshine on my face, the wind against my skin, I feel you now, as my life must begin.

May you be a peace Christine.

Your Loving Sister,

Nancy

Sheri Louise Galvez

October 1, 2010

Aunt Christine
It was hard to see you go but you are in gods arms now.No more pain no more worries you are free and all of are angel now.I love you and i know you are safe and free so i want you to dance like the queen of heart.You used to always play that song when i would spend the weekend with you i have great memories of you and know i will always love you and i will see you when i get there.
Love always your niece Sheri Louise

Cindi Soutter

October 1, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Cindi Soutter

October 1, 2010

God's Garden

God looked around his garden and found an empty place
He then looked down upon the Earth and saw your tired face
He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest
With the help of his angels they flew you to your heavenly place

Gods garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best
He knew you were suffering, he knew you were in pain
He knew that you would never get well on Earth again

He saw the road was getting rough and the hills too hard to climb
He closed your weary eyelids and whispered "Peace be Thine"
It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn't go alone
For part of us went with you the day God called you home

Rachel Donovan

October 1, 2010

I met Christine when I was 15 years old and she was a gracious young woman who helped me get settled into a beautiful warm family as I started my own family. She was kind and took time to explain things to me that I had questions about. She was never too busy. Her passing leaves a vacancy that will partially be filled with fond memories that we take with us until we see her again. God Bless all in the Marcott family.

Ruthie Carnero

September 30, 2010

My Dear Sister Christine. You left this world on the same day my son Jabez passed on September 17th. That is very special to me. Perhaps he was waiting for you to show you the way with arms open. I love you so much and will never forget you. So many good memories I have of you and all the positive affirmations you would share with me I will treasure forever. You always let me kmow I was loved by you no matter how far apart we were. You were there to give me advice and guide me. I love you and will take your advice and remember all the positive thoughts you sent me from afar.

Love your sister,
Ruth

JANE KIRN

September 30, 2010

I believe that people come into our lives for reasons. I met Christine twenty five years ago. She and I continued our relationship on and off for many years. We met for dinner, lunch, wine, on park benches, at our homes. She was the best listener, and had such compassion for others. We talked about everything. Sarah and Ryan your mother loved you very much. She spoke of you two often, as we shared our motherhood. Christine will never be forgotten. I was honored to have seen her the last day of her life. I know she is at peace, and in a much better place.

September 30, 2010

To Christine's family - I am so honored to have met Christine and to have gotten to know her. She was an intelligent, sophisticated and caring woman and she left us much too soon. Her presence will be missed in this world. She and I used to meet for food and conversation and window shopping in Montgomery Village a couple of times a month and those are great memories for me. I hope that you are comforted by knowing how many people were touched by her presence in their lives.
I am comforted knowing she is in peace now -
Nancy Ninegar

sandy mclaughlin

September 30, 2010

Sarah and Ryan, I am so sorry for your loss.I have only pleasant memories of your Mom. Last time I saw her, she was walking at Howarth Park.I am glad this is my last memory of her, it is a nice one :)
May she rest in peace.
Sandy McLaughlin

September 30, 2010

Christine was a deeply caring and beautiful person, and she touched those around her with her constant optimism and exuberance for life. She brought out the best in people, and she always gave the best of herself. She will be missed tremendously. Our deepest sympathies go out to her family – may you be comforted by the wonderful memories.
-Lisa and Kelly Robertson

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